Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu
Interventional Radiology in Joliet, Illinois
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 40+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu, MD, is an Interventional Radiology specialist in Joliet, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 1984, having over 40 years of diverse experience, especially in Interventional Radiology. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Central Dupage Hospital. Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Germane Nephrology Associates. Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (815) 741-6830 to request Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Kenneth U Ekechukwu |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
7911043112 |
| Sole Proprietor |
Yes - He owns an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Interventional Radiology (primary specialty)
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Internal Medicine
Experience
- Over 40 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu graduated from medical school in 1984.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1255331096
- NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, July 22, 2005
- NPPES Last Update: Monday, April 18, 2016
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu
Medical Licenses
Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu has been primarily specialized in Vascular & Interventional Radiology for over 40 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Radiology / Vascular & Interventional Radiology
click for detail Vascular & Interventional Radiology A radiologist who diagnoses and treats diseases by various radiologic imaging modalities. These include fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography and magnetic resonance imaging.
| 036-083256 | Illinois |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 036-083256 | Illinois |
- Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology
click for detail Diagnostic Radiology A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
| 036-083256 | Illinois |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Winfield, Illinois | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Germane Nephrology Associates
| Germane Nephrology Associates | 10 |
Practice Locations
812 Campus Dr
Joliet, IL 60435-5128
Phone: (815) 741-6830
Phone 2: (815) 741-6830(8
Phone 3: 8157416830223
Fax: (815) 741-6832
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Monday, April 18, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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Dr. Kenneth U Ekechukwu [NPI: 1255331096]Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology, Internal Medicine